Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020): Two Decades of Global Chillout Excellence

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Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020) 22 - Tracklist
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Disk 1 

1.01 –Markus Schulz & Haliene Ave Maria (Acoustic Mix)
1.02 –Le Mirage Du Maghreb The Journey
1.03 –Paskal & Urban Absolutes Close My Eyes
1.04 –Reewa & Ravin Yaaram (Lounge Mix)
1.05 –Isaac Chambers Water & Gold
1.06 –Yousef Kekhia* Hal Ard Lamin?
1.07 –Thor (28) Bansuri Blues
1.08 –Turu Anasi Buvayte Zdorove
1.09 –Calm Space Is My Place (Mark Barrott's Re-Imagination To The Sacred Heart Center)
Remix – Mark Barrott
1.10 –Prisma (2) & Martin Boder Turbina De Amor
1.11 –Lambchop Crosswords, Or What This Says About You (Raven Remix)
Remix – Raven
1.12 –So Dubbed Canggu (Slow Afternoon)
1.13 –José Solano Savage
1.14 –Sam Shure Louna
1.15 –Soul Of Zoo & Swa Swally Samburu Samburu (José Solano Remi)
Remix – José Solano
1.16 –Pandhora (2) Featuring Massar Egbari* Fatnis Island
1.17 –Cut Off Escuro

Disk 2
2.01 –Wassim Younes Afternoon Sun
2.02 –Christos Fourkis Drunk Salome
2.03 –Hoki Miles & Miles - Hoki
2.04 –Canu (Nu & Alejandro Castelli) Mariposa (Bedouin Remix)
Remix – Bedouin
2.05 –Kino Todo Timba
2.06 –Armen Miran & Hraach Howhere
2.07 –Batu Onat Casablanca
2.08 –The Midnight Lost Boy (A.M.R. Remix)
Remix – A.M.R.
2.09 –Ensaime Never Ending Dream
2.10 –Nohan Softly
2.11 –Bloem Into Bloom (Derun Remix)
Remix – Derun
2.12 –DJ Phellix Featuring Maryama Bar Sabze Neshin
2.13 –Fabio Aurea Featuring Toshi (43) Yini
2.14 –Godes Zehava
2.15 –Juan Soul Mtna (Iñaky García Remix)
Remix – Iñaky García*
2.16 –DSF Melodia




Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020): Two Decades of Global Chillout Excellence

Buddha Bar is a world-renowned music brand known for blending chillout, lounge, world music, and downtempo electronica into immersive soundscapes. Its 22nd installment, Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020), continues the series’ tradition of transporting listeners on a musical journey across cultures, rhythms, and moods, reflecting both global sounds and modern production aesthetics.


A Brief History of Buddha Bar

Founded in Paris in 1996 by DJ and producer Claude Challe, Buddha Bar quickly became iconic for its luxurious décor, panoramic ambiance, and signature music programming. The bar’s eclectic, cosmopolitan style soon translated into the globally recognized Buddha Bar compilation series, which began in 1999.

The series mixes ethnic, downtempo, and ambient music with electronic elements, creating a seamless blend of relaxing and energizing sounds. DJs like DJ Ravin and producers from around the world helped curate the compilations, turning the albums into benchmarks of chillout and lounge music globally.


Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020): A Contemporary Sound Journey

Released in 2020, Buddha Bar Volume XXII offers a modern interpretation of the series’ classic lounge and world music ethos. The compilation includes a carefully curated selection of tracks that blend ethnic instrumentation, ambient textures, soft electronic beats, and smooth vocal performances.

Standout tracks feature contributions from international artists who fuse traditional instruments with modern electronic production, providing listeners with both a relaxing and cinematic experience. The album maintains Buddha Bar’s signature seamless mixing, making it ideal for ambient listening, meditation, or upscale social settings.

Critics and fans have praised Volume XXII for maintaining the series’ consistency while introducing contemporary sounds, proving that the Buddha Bar formula continues to evolve without losing its core identity.


Buddha Bar Series Timeline (Selected)

  • 1999Buddha Bar I

  • 2000Buddha Bar II

  • 2002Buddha Bar III

  • 2004Buddha Bar V

  • 2010Buddha Bar XIV

  • 2016Buddha Bar XX

  • 2020Buddha Bar Volume XXII

  • 2022Buddha Bar XXIV

The series has consistently delivered annual or semi-annual compilations, establishing Buddha Bar as one of the most enduring brands in lounge and chillout music.


Top-Selling and Most Influential Buddha Bar Volumes

Some of the most celebrated Buddha Bar compilations include:

  • Buddha Bar I (1999) – Pioneering lounge/world music compilation

  • Buddha Bar III (2002) – Recognized for integrating ethnic instruments and ambient electronica

  • Buddha Bar XIV (2010) – Popular for contemporary fusion of world sounds

  • Buddha Bar Volume XXII (2020) – Modern continuation of the series’ signature sound

Volume XXII is especially notable for blending global influences with current production trends, making it relevant to modern chillout audiences.


Fun Facts & Trivia

  • DJ Ravin, the long-time resident DJ of Buddha Bar Paris, curated Volume XXII.

  • The series is known for mixing ethnic, ambient, lounge, and electronic music seamlessly, often featuring tracks that are exclusive to each compilation.

  • Buddha Bar compilations have been widely used in spas, lounges, restaurants, and luxury hotels worldwide.

  • The album cover reflects Buddha Bar’s iconic exotic and tranquil aesthetic, often inspired by Asian art and luxury design.

  • Tracks from the Buddha Bar series, including Volume XXII, have been featured in advertisements, films, and international playlists, cementing the brand’s global cultural influence.


The Legacy of Buddha Bar Volume XXII

Buddha Bar Volume XXII is a testament to the series’ longevity and adaptability, offering listeners a curated experience of world, chillout, and lounge music. The album continues the tradition of blending ethnic instrumentation, ambient soundscapes, and modern production techniques, creating an immersive sonic journey.

For fans of lounge, chillout, and world music, Volume XXII exemplifies how Buddha Bar continues to innovate while staying true to its roots, providing a sophisticated, relaxing, and culturally rich listening experience. 🌏🎧


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